There Are Healthy Solutions for Pain Today

Knee replacement surgery is a major operation that involves replacing your natural knee with an artificial one made out of plastic and metal. In most cases, a cemented device will be provided to you that is attached with the assistance of surgical cement. Thankfully, knee replacement surgeries have a 10 year success rate that is over 90%. This means that your new knee is very likely to last you at least 10 years with very few complications.…

When an aging parent or other family member moves into your home, you are probably happy to be able to spend more time with them but also concerned about what changes you need to make. One thing to focus on is the bathroom they will be using, since it may need to be modified in order to accommodate any mobility or health issues they are experiencing. According to experts, 80% of home falls involving seniors take place in the bathroom.…

While pregnancy is an incredibly exciting time, it can also really take a toll on you, physically and emotionally. With all the changes your body is going through, it’s normal to feel uncomfortable, and at times downright miserable. Luckily, there are definitely things you can do to take good care of yourself and make yourself feel much more calm and physically comfortable. Here are five ways to pamper yourself during pregnancy:…

About Me

I work on masonry all day long most days. I really enjoy working with my hands, so I loved my job when I first started in my early 20s. Over the years, my job had become less enjoyable due to the back pain I began experiencing on most work days. I hesitated to mention it to my doctor, because I didn't want to take any strong pain medications. When the pain became unbearable, I spoke to my doctor and he recommended physical therapy. I was unsure if it would work, but thought, "What have I got to lose?" While it took a few sessions before I noticed drastic pain relief, my pain is now under control and I rarely reach for OTC pain medications anymore. I know others out there work in strenuous fields and I plan to post many more tips for staying healthy when working a tough job!